The New York Knicks made a bold commitment by signing Mikal Bridges to a four-year, $150 million contract extension this summer.
Bridges is a key part of their developing core and gives the team continuity after a rollercoaster 2024 campaign on both ends.
His numbers last season didn’t fully meet expectations, but the Knicks clearly believe his best basketball is still ahead.
Now with Mike Brown stepping in as head coach, Bridges has a fresh opportunity to thrive in a more structured system.
Bridges needs to bounce back after a rocky transition
In his first full year with the Knicks, Bridges averaged 17.6 points, 3.2 rebounds, and 3.7 assists across 37 minutes per night.
He played all 82 games for the fourth straight season — a testament to his durability and consistency on the floor